What is Sculptra?
Sculptra Aesthetic may seem like just another dermal filler to decrease fine lines and wrinkles around the mouth and chin, but it helps to stimulate the production of collagen. Using poly-L-lactic acid, Sculptra Aesthetic addresses issues deep within the dermis as opposed to topically and aids in the restoration the skin’s inner foundation and volume.
While the results of other dermal fillers are more immediate, the results of S...
What is Scar Revision?
A scar by definition is a permanent change in skin consistency. While a scar, unfortunately, cannot be removed and is forever, we can improve its appearance with scar revision surgery.
People often want to get rid of a scar because they’re self-conscious of the way it looks. For others, scars are painful, itchy, and impair functionality. However, even with discomfort, insurance doesn’t typically cover scar removal.
With scar ...
What is Body Contouring?
Body contouring, a general term for several elective cosmetic procedures, improves the contour of the body by heating, freezing, or applying energy to targeted areas. Using non-invasive devices, we can remove fat, tone muscle, and tighten the skin to enhance the overall body contour appearance.
Where on the Body is Body Contouring Used?
Patients opt for non surgical body contouring when they want to reshape an area of the body,...
What is Cosmetic Surgery?
Cosmetic surgery refers to using surgical methods (i.e., cutting) to enhance the appearance or correct a defect. Because it isn’t deemed medically necessary, it is not covered by insurance.
People opt for different types of cosmetic surgery when issues bother them symptomatically, functionally, and/or socially. Due to the variety of options, it’s best to consult with a dermatologist to determine the right treatment pla...
What is ThermiSmooth?
ThermiSmooth is a treatment for remodeling the collagen in the skin to create a smoother surface, shrink the appearance of pores, and diminish fine lines. Using a device that emits radio-frequency energy, we apply heat externally to stimulate collagen regeneration. When collagen is heated to the proper temperature, it stimulates injury with subsequent remodeling and healing resulting in a cosmetic benefit.
Radio-frequency is an el...
What is ThermiTight?
ThermiTight is a procedure that uses radio-frequency energy to tighten the skin more aggressively than external therapy can do and less aggressively than plastic surgery. ThermiTight fills the gap for patients who don’t need or want a surgical lifting procedure, but want visible skin-tightening results.
This technique works to stimulate and renew collagen from the inside out. By applying energy from underneath the skin, it direct...
What is ThermiVa?
ThermiVa is a non-surgical, no downtime procedure that uses radio-frequency technology to tighten female external genital skin and the vagina. It can also improve urinary stress incontinence, dryness, and sensitivity issues.
ThermiVa works by tightening collagen through gentle heating over a sustained period of time. Using a device that delivers radio-frequency energy, we heat the collagen layer of the skin and vaginal tissues to th...
What is Venus Versa?
A combination of 3 powerful technologies — Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) with SmartPulse™, NanoFractional Radio Frequency with SmartScan™, and Venus Concept’s exclusive (MP)2 technology — , Venus Versa™ is a versatile aid for non-invasive aesthetic procedures. Treatment options include photorejuvenation/photofacial, acne, hair removal, skin resurfacing, and wrinkle reduction.
How Does Venus Versa Treatment Work?
Intens...
What is Kybella?
KYBELLA® is the first FDA-approved injectable treatment created to destroy fat cells under the chin area otherwise known as a “double-chin”. Containing deoxycholic acid, which occurs naturally in the body, KYBELLA® helps to breakdown hard to reach fat, which will reduce fullness under the chin. Since the fat cells will be destroyed, further treatment isn’t anticipated once you’ve reached your desired results.
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What is JUVÉDERM® filler?
If you’re looking for non-invasive ways to restore volume throughout the face, chances are you’ve heard about the JUVÉDERM® collection of fillers. JUVÉDERM® is a comprehensive collection of hyaluronic acid fillers that offers 6 unique and long-lasting fillers. Each one adds volume and is designed for different needs in specific areas of the face including the lips, cheeks, chin, smile lines, undereyes, jawline, and t...